Is the mathematics classroom a suitable learning space for making workplace mathematics visible? - An analysis of a subject integrated team-teaching approach applied in different learning spaces

• Published in: Journal of vocational education & training Vol. 74; no. 2; pp. 333 - 351
• Main Authors: Frejd, P., Muhrman, K.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Abingdon Routledge 03.04.2022; Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Subjects: Active Learning; Activity theory; Career and Technical Education; Classrooms; Cognitive style; Confidence; Cosmetology; Division of labor; Educational Environment; Foreign Countries; Interdisciplinary Approach; Learning; Learning Activities; Learning environment; Learning Experience; learning space; Mathematics; Mathematics Education; Mathematics Teachers; Secondary Education; Skill Development; subject integration; Teachers; Teaching; Teaching Methods; Team Teaching; Vocational Education; workplace mathematics; Workplaces; Sweden; subject integration; team-teaching; Activity theory; learning space; vocational education; workplace mathematics

This article presents an analysis of a team-teaching approach, applied in two learning spaces: a regular mathematics classroom; and a hairdressing salon at an upper secondary vocational education and training (VET) school. A mathematics teacher and a VET teacher jointly developed, planned and carrie...